Guildford Grammar School is a coeducational independent Anglican School founded in 1896. The School is magnificently situated on almost 100 hectares along the banks of the Swan River, 15 kilometres from the City of Perth. Guildford Grammar School is committed to delivering the highest standard of education, inspiring students to achieve personal excellence within a warm and inclusive community environment. The School employs staff who are passionate and energetic in their profession and place student learning and wellbeing at the forefront of all they do. The School has a reputation for providing a caring and nurturing environment and each member of the team is held accountable for this. Guildford Grammar School is proud to be a School that takes child protection very seriously. We are a Child Wise Certified organisation. All candidates for roles at Guildford Grammar School are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of our thorough recruitment process.Job Description: The School has a vacancy for a Teacher of English with experience teaching engaging classes in the Senior School. This position is full time for Term 4 2021 only at this stage, covering a teacher that is taking a period of parental leave. The successful applicant will be a committed, enthusiastic and innovative teacher. You will share the School’s commitment to inspiring students to personal excellence not only in the relevant subject area but more broadly to be an outstanding citizen committed to making the world more just, loving and peaceful. The Teacher will be well-organised, committed to be an active team member and a dynamic classroom practitioner. Selection Criteria:The successful applicant must:
- Demonstrate a commitment to the Purpose and Values of the School
- Be supportive of the ethos and values of the Anglican tradition of the School
- Have a working knowledge/understanding of current curriculum and relevant subject content
- Have a thorough understanding of program requirements and curriculum planning for children in years 7 to 12 (including those with special needs)
- Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of current educational issues
- Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills including team building and mentoring
- Exemplify outstanding classroom pedagogy
- Be a committed, enthusiastic and innovative member of staff
- Be willing to take part in ongoing performance reviews
- Possess highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrate outstanding behavioural management strategies for students
- Demonstrate current practice in the field and a passion for technology
- Show a proven ability to effectively engage students
- Have the ability to modify instructions to cater for the individual learning needs of students
- Demonstrate the ability to effectively collaborate with other teachers, and work as part of a team
- Have a comprehensive understanding of ‘Duty of Care’ and place a high value on Child well-being
- Possess a strong work ethic, striving for continuous improvement and the achievement of high standards
- Be responsible and held accountable for continuing compliance with our Child Safe Reporting Policy. It is expected that all staff will maintain contemporary know of the Policy and enact the Policy at all times. All staff have a responsibility to raise any concerns they have about Child Protection to the Principal immediately.
Essential Requirements:
- Previous experience working as a Teacher of English (highly desirable)
- Relevant teaching qualification in the area of English
- Hold current Working with Children Check
- Hold a current TRBWA registration
- Have the right to work in Australia
Application Instructions:Applications will be assessed as submitted and the job will close when sufficient applicants have been received.Applicants are advised to review the Position Description attached on the School Job Board via the link below before applying. All applications must include a cover letter, resume and three current referees. Anyone seeking further information can contact Gina Lopez, Human Resources Officer on (08) 9377 8560.The School reserves the right to appoint at any stage throughout the process. To apply click ‘APPLY’ via our website: http://www.ggs.wa.edu.au/employment